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Mr. Deepak Chandarana
Associate professorAn accomplished and goal oriented professional qualified in Bachelor in Electrical Engineering in the year 1985 by Sardar Patel University, Gujarat and certified Energy Manager in the year 2007 by Bureau of Energy Efficiency, MoP, GoI with over +30 years of experience including a decade as Utility Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Chemical and Heavy Process Industry and remaining years in technical operations of Gas Based Combined Cycle Power Generating Station with over and above responsibilities as Designated Energy Manager finally retired in the year 2021.
Mr. Sanjay Jha
Associate professorChemical Engineer with over 34 years of expertise in plant operations, project management of major oil and gas EPC projects, and project execution of ammonia-urea fertiliser complex, along with a diploma in environmental management and ISO 14000/14001 certification. Active learning is essential, in my opinion, if students are to become practitioners who are diligent, moral, and passionate about what they do. This can be easily accomplished using a studio-based learning environment, through participatory learning, and effectively implemented through case studies.
Mr. Avijit Majumdar
Associate professorA seasoned professional engineer with nearly 26 years of experience across Fortune 500 companiesin heavy industries like Power, Port, Steel, and Mining across Globe. Proven expertise in project andcontract management, finance, business development, and quality control (ISO 9001). Strongleadership and relationship-building skills, mentor, trainer, educator & public speaker with extensivenetworks in both public and private sectors. Secured company’s ISO 9001 certification & fosteredstrong networks (Baroda Management Association, Vadodara Chamber of Commerce & Industries,Business Network International).
Mr. Nilay Shah
Associate professorDr. Jayanta Ghosh is a seasoned management professional and educator, recognized for blendingacademic insight with real-world business expertise. As the Founder and Director of Waymark Invincible Pvt Ltd, Dr. Ghosh has a proven track record in business strategy, leadership, and entrepreneurship. They have actively contributed to global forums such as the Economics TimesGlobal Leaders Forum, engaging with top thought leaders and policymakers on key issues. Dr. Ghosh’s core strengths include entrepreneurial mindset coaching with the C.V.R. Growth Model(Constant + Variables + Response = Growth), strategic business planning, sustainability integration, leadership development, and financial management for startups. These strengths have shaped their approach to mentoring future leaders and fostering innovation. He has received multiple accolades, including the Global Green Champion (2021) and the IndiaExcellence Award (2023). A frequent speaker at platforms like ASSOCHAM, CII, and TEDx, Dr. Ghoshis committed to advancing entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability through his work. His training focus for aspiring entrepreneurs includes transforming ideas into viable businesses, financial management, leadership, and leveraging sustainability for long-term competitive advantage.
Dr. Jayanta Ghosh
Associate professorDr. Jayanta Ghosh is a seasoned management professional and educator, recognized for blendingacademic insight with real-world business expertise. As the Founder and Director of Waymark Invincible Pvt Ltd, Dr. Ghosh has a proven track record in business strategy, leadership, and entrepreneurship. They have actively contributed to global forums such as the Economics TimesGlobal Leaders Forum, engaging with top thought leaders and policymakers on key issues. Dr. Ghosh’s core strengths include entrepreneurial mindset coaching with the C.V.R. Growth Model(Constant + Variables + Response = Growth), strategic business planning, sustainability integration, leadership development, and financial management for startups. These strengths have shaped their approach to mentoring future leaders and fostering innovation. He has received multiple accolades, including the Global Green Champion (2021) and the IndiaExcellence Award (2023). A frequent speaker at platforms like ASSOCHAM, CII, and TEDx, Dr. Ghoshis committed to advancing entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability through his work. His training focus for aspiring entrepreneurs includes transforming ideas into viable businesses, financial management, leadership, and leveraging sustainability for long-term competitive advantage.
CA Arpan Dodia
Associate professorCA Arpan Dodia is a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of expertise. His professional journeyhas been marked by a diverse range of roles, including conducting Techno Economic Viability studies,performing system audits, and providing business valuation services. His passion for continuouslearning has led him to delve into various domains, from forensic audits to stock audits and intricateinvestigations. Beyond his core responsibilities, he finds immense joy in sharing knowledge. As aregular faculty member at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and other platforms,he teaches on topics such as Data Analytics, Practical Digital Forensics, and the effective use of MSOffice products, particularly Excel and MS Access. His commitment to excellence and dedication tostaying abreast of industry trends drive his professional endeavours.
CA Nayan Kothari
Associate professorCA Nayan Kothari is a Chartered Accountant with over 17 years of expertise Taxation, auditing, riskmanagement, forensic audits, fund syndication, and start-up mentoring are among his specialties. Hewas on the Branch Managing Committee in a number of positions. Additionally, he held visiting facultypositions at Maharaja Sayajirao University and Parul University. CA Nayan Kothari conducts seminarsall across India as a speaker and trainer for CA students. He writes a weekly column titled”Management in Vato” for the Sandesh Newspaper
Mr. Himanshu Shukla
Associate professorAn Experienced Professional having more than 35 years of experience. A qualified MechanicalEngineer from NIT, Surat, Business Management Post Graduate specializing in Marketing andCertified Lead Auditor for OH & SMS ISO 45001: 2018. The experience is a blend of working withSMEs to Large Corporations, from Business Development to Operations Management. Currentlyhelping Organizations to improve Operational Efficiency and to develop & enhance Soft Skills in theirteam under the proprietary firm ‘Oexcel Consultants’.
Prof. G. Krishnamurthi
Associate professorProf. Krishnamurthi, a mechanical engineer with a postgraduate degree from IIM Bangalore,transitioned to academia in 1994 after over two decades in industry. He began at the Institute of RuralManagement Anand (IRMA), focusing on project and operations management for rural transformation.He played a key role in establishing the Indukaka Ipcowala Institute of Management and served asDean at CHARUSAT, where he also founded the Human Resource Development Centre. Since 2014,he has been a Senior Professor and Dean at the Development Management Institute in Patna and isnow the Director of the Foundation for Catalysing Rural Transformation. With over 50 years in thefield, he has consulted for numerous organizations and authored various publications in managementand development.
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ANKIT DARJI
Owner & Director – Aashtha Analytical Training Center & Services, Vadodara
As a savvy and experienced professional, I have over 17 years of experience with success in developing and leading Analytical & Quality functions of reputed Pharma Companies. To further my career goals and skills, I have obtained a Master’s degree in Chemistry and different certifications in the workplace for professional development. I have a passion for teaching, training, and mentoring others in organisational improvement tactics, and I am committed to continuous professional growth, which allows me to stay on the cutting edge of my industry by bridging the gap between academia and industry.
Mr. Raju Patil
Associate professorMr. Raju Patil received his MSc in organic chemistry from The M.S. University of Baroda in 1984. He has 36 years of experience in the chemical industry, and the last 34 years he has been in Transpek industries limited as a DGM with experience in QC,ADL,RnDsyntheticsand pilot plants. Currently, he is looking at new business development, and simultaneously, he runs Patel Analab’s testing lab at Chaanijakatnaka. He has xperience of handling advanced analytical advance instrument likeHPLC,GC, UV-visible, FTIR,ICP, auto-titrator, GC-mass, etc.
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Pharmacy
Dr. C.T. Rao
Dr. C.T. Rao, former Sr. Vice President of Drug Discovery at Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company (SPARC)
Dr. C.T. Rao, former Sr. Vice President of Drug Discovery at Sun Pharma Advanced ResearchCompany (SPARC), Baroda, retired in October 2023 after 28 years of service. Prior to SPARC, he was a Group Leader at GSK Thane and pursued post-doctoral research at NIH, USA. Dr. Rao led the discovery of new cancer drug molecules at SPARC and has received numerous honors, includingResearch Council membership at Nirma and Navrachna Universities and the Prof. S.K MemorialAward from M.S. University, Baroda in 2019. With over 80 patents/publications, Dr. Rao is a distinguished figure in synthetic organic chemistry.
Engineering & Technology
Mr. Jagdish Acharya
Associate professorAfter completing BE(Hons.) with practice School from BITS, Pilani in 1975, Jagdish B. Acharya worked with BHEL at its plants in Bhopal and Bangalore in Production, Quality Assurance and Computer program developments for Quality. He also did several 25 to 40 hour courses in SQC, Design ofExperiments, Reliability etc. by ISI, Bangalore and Proficiency courses at IISC of PG level like PatternRecognition, Parallel Computer Architecture, Expert Systems etc. He also did MBA in Finance from Bangalore University before joining Truetzschler at Ahmedabad. Here he was responsible for all activities for Electronics of Textile machines and IT systems till retirement. Post retirement he is guiding Rotomag Motors and Controls Pvt Ltd at Anand for solar Pump Controls.
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Shri Ramanan Ramanathan
Associate professorR. Ramanan served as the First Mission Director of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and AdditionalSecretary at NITI Aayog from June 2017 to May 2021. Under his leadership, AIM launched numerous innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives, including:
- Establishing over 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs in 680+ districts, benefiting over 5 million students with access to advanced technologies.
- Setting up 75+ Atal Incubation Centres with 2900+ startups, including 650+ women-led ventures.
- Creating 19 Atal Community Innovation Centres in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and rural areas.
- Selecting 56 winners for the Atal New India ARISE challenge, promoting Make in India products.
- Building a nationwide network of 6000+ mentors.
- Forming 40+ corporate, NGO, public sector, and international innovation partnerships.
Previously, Ramanan was MD & CEO of CMC Ltd, leading it to significant growth and its amalgamation into Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in 2015. He joined TCS in 1981 after graduating from IITBombay in Electrical Engineering. An alumnus of Harvard Business School and accredited inSustainability Leadership by Cambridge University, Ramanan has received numerous awards, including the IIT Bombay Distinguished Alumnus Award in 2023. He holds various prestigious positions, including Lifetime Chair of HBS AMP187 and board member roles in several organizations.
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